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Liver Cells Made to Order
Stem cell breakthrough may lead to better treatments, researchers say

Transplant Patients Should Be Monitored for Ear Infection
Transplantation failure can result from symptomless otitis media, research finds

Gene Linked to Liver Disease in Cystic Fibrosis
Screening for the variation could help identify risk factors early on, researchers say

Drinking Moderately or More Ups Men’s Cancer Risk
Canadian study links regular alcohol consumption to six cancers

Top Hepatitis C Treatments Equally Effective
Landmark assessment also finds treating early helps prevent liver failure

Genetic Links to Rare Liver Disease Found
Understanding primary biliary cirrhosis may lead to new treatments, researchers say

FDA Report Urges Tougher Acetaminophen Warning
The risk of overdose, and potential liver damage, is still too high, agency says

FDA Recalls Dietary Supplements Tied to 1 Death, Liver Damage
Hydroxycut products are sold as fat-burners, energy boosters, agency says

FDA Adds New Label Warnings to Over-the-Counter Painkillers
Acetaminophen, NSAIDs can cause liver or stomach illness in certain situations, officials warn

Too Much Red Meat May Shorten Life Span
Major study finds an effect, but critics say meat offers important nutrients